Living in & buying/selling in North Andover, MA
A town of its own since 1855 — with a historic Old Center, Lake Cochichewick and quick access to I-495.
North Andover, briefly
North Andover separated from Andover in 1855 and has its own distinct shape: a historic Old Center near the geographic middle of town, Lake Cochichewick across the north-east, Merrimack College, and I-495 along the Lawrence border.
For buyers it is a town of single-family homes on established lots, a short drive from the Lawrence train station and from the stores and services of Route 114.
North Andover, this week
Live from public sources and refreshed every week. When a town has no separate series, the panel shows county figures and says so.
What the housing stock looks like
North Andover is mostly single-family: antique homes around the Old Center, capes and ranches from the middle of the last century, colonials of many ages, and newer subdivisions with larger lots. There are also condominium and townhouse communities.
Lots tend to be larger than in the cities next door, and some homes use a private septic system instead of town sewer — something we confirm on every home before an offer, because Massachusetts generally requires a Title 5 septic inspection when a home with a septic system is sold.
Getting to and from North Andover
Check the MBTA and MassDOT or NHDOT for current schedules and roadwork.
- By train
There is no station in North Andover. The closest is Lawrence station on the MBTA Haverhill Line; Andover station is also nearby.
- By car
I-495 crosses the western part of town along the Lawrence border. Route 114, the Salem Turnpike, runs through town, and Routes 125 and 133 share much of their path here.
- Nearby
Lawrence, Andover, Methuen and Haverhill are next door, with Boxford and Middleton to the east and south.
Schools in North Andover
North Andover’s public schools are run by North Andover Public Schools. For school assignments, enrollment and programs, go straight to the district — it is the only source I point clients to.
I don't rank or rate schools; the district and the state are the sources to trust. The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education publishes school and district profiles for every public district in the state.
A few things about North Andover
- The Old Center
North Andover’s historic Old Center, near the middle of town, hosts many town events.
- Lake Cochichewick
The lake takes up much of the north-east quarter of town.
- Merrimack College
A Catholic, Augustinian four-year college located in the town.
- Weir Hill and Harold Parker
Weir Hill has trails with views over the area, and Harold Parker State Forest nearby offers trails, a campground and a freshwater swimming beach.
Answered plainly
Is there a train station in North Andover?
No. Most commuters use Lawrence station, a short drive away on the MBTA Haverhill Line, or Andover station.
What kinds of homes are in North Andover?
Mostly single-family: antiques around the Old Center, mid-century capes and ranches, colonials of many ages, newer subdivisions on larger lots, and some condominium and townhouse communities.
Do homes in North Andover have septic systems?
Some do, especially in the outer parts of town. When a home has a septic system, Massachusetts generally requires a Title 5 inspection at sale, so we confirm sewer or septic on every home before making an offer.
How is the North Andover housing market right now?
The Market Pulse on this page refreshes every week from public sources: typical value, sale prices, days on market and mortgage rates. Those are area trends; for a specific street, I pull the recent comparable sales.
What is my home in North Andover worth?
Request a home value and I'll review the comparable sales and active competition near your address, then send you a written range. It's free and there's no obligation.
Do you work in Spanish?
Yes. I'm a bilingual REALTOR®, and the whole process — every document explained, the negotiation and the signings — can be in Spanish.
Thinking about a move in North Andover?
Tell me what you're planning — buying, selling or investing. I'll come back with real numbers for this town, in English or Spanish.
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